The football officials of Section V honor schools with an annual award to one school in each of the classifications serviced by the Girls Flag Football Officials for; Class A, Class B, Class C1 and Class C2. The game officials rate each school, for overall sportsmanship by the players, coaches, and spectators following each Varsity contest.

The criteria for the award are the schools that display a positive attitude and exemplary sportsmanship among the student athletes, coaches, administrators, school student body and community during the regular season – with a continual commitment of:
– An understanding and appreciation for the rules of the game
– Exhibiting mutual respect for all participants, coaches and officials
– Exercising sound judgment and good behavior at all times
– Taking pride in your actions, your school and yourself

Votes are tallied at the end of each season to determine which school(s) will receive the award.

2026 Girl’s Flag Football Sportsmanship Award Winners:

Class A: Edison Tech
Class B: Webster Schroeder
Class C1: Batavia
Class C2: Rochester Academy

Congratulations to the 2026 Officials Sportsmanship winners!